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Thinking Through the Extended Antlerless and Spike Hunting Season
Texas’ Extended Antlerless and Spike Deer Hunting Season offers hunters a unique opportunity to help manage deer populations responsibly. In this article, we explore the season’s purpose, regulations, and how it impacts conservation efforts.
Full Rut Flehmen Response: What It Is and What It Means
Explore the fascinating behavior of the Flehmen response in wildlife. Learn how this unique physiological reaction impacts mating seasons, wildlife management, and hunting strategies. Discover how recognizing this behavior can offer valuable insights for both conservationists and hunters.
Wild Turkeys in South Texas
Discover the unique challenges and rewards of fall and winter turkey hunting in Texas! This cold-season opportunity, often overshadowed by deer hunting, offers a fascinating look at wild turkey behavior and requires distinct strategies for success. Learn about seasonal patterns, hunting tactics, and the regulations every ethical hunter must know.
Spike Culling: Effective Deer Management or Myth? | The Ranch
Debating whether to cull spikes from your herd? Our latest article explores the science and misconceptions behind spike culling. Discover what’s best for your wildlife management.
Assessing Various Predator Crossing Deterrents for Fence Line Management on A White-Tailed Deer Ranch in Southern Texas
Explore effective predator crossing deterrents for fence-line management on a Southern Texas white-tailed deer ranch. Learn how these strategies can improve fawn survival and hunting opportunities at The Ranch.
Bison in Texas: Native or Exotic?
Texas is known for its iconic white-tailed deer, making it a hub for hunting enthusiasts. What you might not know is that effective deer management relies on understanding the animals, their requirements, and their struggles. A balance of genetics, age, and nutrition are required to grow healthy deer with big antlers. While a ranch cannot necessarily change the existing genetics or control the age of the deer their neighbors harvest, they can improve the availability of nutritious feed. Spring and summer nutritional intake are also important for both does and bucks alike, making good year-round nutrition a vital aspect of maintaining a healthy deer herd.